Distributive Property, Like Terms, Creating Expressions Flashcard

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What is the Distributive Property?

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The Distributive Property states that a(b + c) = ab + ac. It allows you to multiply a single term by two or more terms inside a set of parentheses.

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CCSS.6.EE.A.3

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Give an example of the Distributive Property.

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4(a - 3) = 4a - 12 is an example of the Distributive Property.

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CCSS.6.EE.A.3

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What are Like Terms?

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Like terms are terms that have the same variable raised to the same power. For example, 3x and 5x are like terms.

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CCSS.6.EE.A.2B

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How do you combine Like Terms?

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To combine like terms, add or subtract their coefficients. For example, 3x + 5x = 8x.

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CCSS.7.EE.A.1

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What does it mean to Factor an Expression?

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Factoring an expression means to break it down into simpler components (factors) that, when multiplied together, give the original expression.

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Factor the expression: 24 + 16q.

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8(3 + 2q) is the factored form of 24 + 16q.

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CCSS.7.EE.A.1

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What is an Expression in mathematics?

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An expression is a combination of numbers, variables, and operators (like +, -, *, /) that represents a value.

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CCSS.6.EE.A.2B

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What is the result of applying the Distributive Property to -2(a*b)?

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-2(a*b) = -2a*b.

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CCSS.6.EE.A.3

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How do you express a price after a percentage discount?

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To express a price after a percentage discount, use the formula: New Price = Original Price - (Discount Percentage × Original Price).

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CCSS.6.RP.A.3C

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What is the expression for a 9% discount on price p?

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The expression for the new price after a 9% discount is p - 0.09p.

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CCSS.6.EE.B.6